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Focus Is Art,Jan 27 2009, 10:57 PM Wrote:I do have the cash for the repair, it is the question about should I?

No longer do Markham to Miss, now day it is Major Mc to mid town.  Still driving about 30k a yr.

How you like ur TDI?  They're dirt cheap now but worry about VW reilability.
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i love it so far. I've been driving it since sept. Its an 02 fully loaded with leather and all the toys.

Here is the deal.
Look into ALH engine only, best in milleage and durability. Came in Jetta/Golf/NB 99 to 03. Whatever you do stay away from Automatics!!!!
I have changed the timing belt so the new one should last for 160KMS. Not much else. I know what you mean with VW reliability. I was scared as well. Its the little things that could go wrong and if you are good with electrical stuff you should be able to do most yourself. You also have to find a good VW TDI mechanic. You can't just trust any idiot that says he is a mechanic. Lot of good guys in TDi forums and they will guide you thru anything you need to know.

As for prices, you are right. Right now is a good time to get a TDi. They are dirt cheap compared to couple of months ago and if gas ever goes up they will be a good investment(not that you ever make money on cars)
06 Jetta is really good in regards to getting rid of small little problems, but the engine is still the old 1.9PD, they could be fussy if the right oil is not used.
09's have new engine and good chasis. But i guess time will tell!